Building age in Hong Kong is a financial variable, not a matter of taste. What the mandatory inspection regime requires, how repair costs reach individual owners, and what recent Hong Kong Island transaction records show about the price gap between old and new stock.
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This checklist covers 15 specific things to inspect, ask about, or verify before you commit to an offer on any Hong Kong residential property. It applies equally to first-time buyers, seasoned investors, and expats navigating the market for the first time.